Cross River man arrested for threatening neighbor with gun

The Cross River State Police have arrested a 32-year-old man, Akan Constant, for having a gun without permission. They found a locally made gun and two live cartridges in Alok Community, Ikom Local Government Area.

The police took action after a community leader reported the matter on October 26, 2026. The leader claimed Akan threatened to kill his neighbor during a fight.

The police said Akan showed the gun during the argument but ran away with it when faced about his actions.

In a statement on Monday, ASP Eitokpah Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer, said officers from the Ikom Police Division went to the community after the report and arrested Akan.

The statement said, "The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a suspect for alleged unlawful possession of a firearm and recovered a locally made gun alongside two live cartridges in Alok Community, Ikom Local Government Area of the state."

It continued, "A report was received on 26th October 2026 from a concerned community leader. The leader reported that one Akan Constant ‘M’, 32, living in Alok Community, brought out a firearm during a disagreement with his neighbor and threatened to kill him. The suspect fled with the firearm when confronted over his alleged conduct."

The police found the locally made gun and two cartridges during their operation.

According to the police spokesman, Akan is now in custody. The recovered weapon and ammunition have been marked as evidence.

ASP Eitokpah stated that the police are still investigating the incident to understand what happened and decide the next steps.

The statement added, "The suspect is currently in police custody, while the recovered firearm and ammunition have been registered as exhibits. Investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the appropriate legal action."

The Commissioner of Police, CP Ajo Geoffrey Ordue, emphasized the command’s commitment to fighting illegal gun ownership and any actions that threaten public safety.

He warned residents not to resort to violence or threats when settling personal issues. Instead, he urged everyone to find lawful ways to resolve their disagreements.

The police commissioner also asked the public to report any suspicious activities and share credible information about illegal firearms in their communities.